Emergency Management Specialist II (Emergency Management & Crisis Reponse [ECR] Dept., Unclassified Position)

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Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, emergency management, security management, public safety, crisis/risk management, homeland security or a closely related field.

Experience

Three (3) years of experience in disaster or emergency management, public safety, public administration, political science, homeland security, or a related field.

Licenses and Certifications

State of Texas Class C driver’s license and good driving record.

Equivalency

• High school diploma or GED plus seven (7) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
• An associate degree in any field plus five (5) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
• A bachelor's degree or higher in a non-specified field plus four (4) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.

Other Requirements

• Must pass background investigation and drug test.
• No Felony or Class A Misdemeanor convictions.
• No Class B Misdemeanor convictions within the last ten (10) years.
• No family violence convictions.
• Cannot currently be on deferred adjudication for any Felony, Class A, or Class B Misdemeanor.

*Minimum Qualification Notation: All qualifying information outlined in the minimum qualifications section: including education, experiences, and licenses/certifications MUST be included in the respective sections of the application (not simply the attachments - for example: resumes or cover letters) to be considered for this position.

1 Knowledge of local, State, and Federal operating mandates and procedures for emergency management.

2 Knowledge of City policies and procedures regarding emergency management.

3 Knowledge of emergency response methods, techniques, and practices.

4 Knowledge of resources available for disaster response.

5 Ability to engage in various outreach and communication efforts with the community.

6 Ability to analyze and interpret plans and procedures and make recommendations.

7 Ability to remain detail oriented and coordinate disaster and emergency response and evaluate plans.

8 Ability to coordinate the activities of agencies and organizations in emergency response situations.

9 Ability to communicate in emergency situations and remain calm and poised.

10 Excellent skill in written and verbal communication.

Availability for varying shifts, nights/weekends/holidays.

Working conditions include exposure to inclement weather.

Must be available for 24/7 emergency field response, including nights and weekends.

Salary Range

 

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.